2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |